My mother had metatarsal fracture in left foot and ankle fracture in right foot. And got cast in both the feet .can she move her feet with tha cast while laying on the bed and what other precautions and diet plans would I consider.

Dr. Abhishek SharmaPhysiotherapist10yrs exp

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If the pain is not exaggerated, then your mother can move legs and that too at limited angle cautiously. If swelling in leg(s) especially below knee is observed, then raise the leg(s) more than 45� by keeping pillows under them. Diet should be kept at nominal intake of semi-solid or liquid food (After every 2-4 hrs gap). Also take care for any of gastric issues. Proper rest is required. For any further inquiry, you can consult anytime. I am now available for online consultation. To consult on app, enter AS2EE8 as doctor code. 

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